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IFTSA Competition Winners
July 2, 2009, 12:36 pm
Congratulations to all the IFT Student Association 2009 Competition Winners! And thanks to all the finalist teams that participated. Excellence in Leadership Award, sponsored by Campbell’s: Graduate recipient – Laura Strawn,… Read more
Access Virtual Posters Today!
July 1, 2009, 1:51 pmA virtual poster is an online version of the technical research papers presented as posters at the IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo. Virtual posters expand accessibility at and beyond the Annual Meeting & Food Expo. IFT’s new virtual poster… Read more
Mintel Announces IFT Taste Test Winners
July 1, 2009, 1:43 pmMarket research company Mintel had close to 100 products on display at the IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo that represented three trend categories of sweeteners, purity, and functional foods. Following daily presentations, the products were used… Read more
Scientific Program Recordings
June 22, 2009, 12:08 pmDid you miss any of the scientific program sessions at the 2009 Annual Meeting? Want to share content of a session with a colleague that could not attend the meeting? No problem! IFT has partnered with a new recording vendor in 2009,… Read more
Gluten-free Solutions for Baked Goods
June 16, 2009, 4:21 pm
posted on June 8, 2009
National Starch Food Innovation (Booths 1237, 553) has introduced gluten-free solutions for baked goods. The new products will help bakers make gluten-free cookies, muffins, and cakes with the taste, texture, and visual… Read more
National Starch Addresses the ‘Textural Experience’
June 16, 2009, 4:19 pm
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 7, 2009
More and more, food manufacturers are becoming aware that like flavor and color, texture offers consumers a special and very distinct experience—one that can influence the success of a product in… Read more
Sleep? Not for the Dedicated Fun Runners
June 9, 2009, 2:18 am
by Kelly Frederick
posted June 9, 2009 There was a buzz of excitement in the air on Monday, June 8, as over 350 people stretched and limbered up for the IFT Foundation’s 9th Annual Fun Run. In total, participants raised over $50,000 this year… Read more
Sampling the Expo: Ingredients for Health Benefits
June 9, 2009, 2:17 am
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 9, 2009
Over the years, the IFT Food Expo® has set the stage for a variety of exciting food and beverage prototypes that attendees can sample. The first two articles in this series have looked at the… Read more
Food Technologies from Around the Globe
June 9, 2009, 2:16 am
posted on June 9, 2009
With 15-20% of attendees to the IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo from outside the United States, it’s not surprising that many of the technologies on display on the Food Expo floor or presented in a Scientific Session… Read more
New Contest Produces Domestic and International Winners
June 9, 2009, 2:15 amposted on June 9, 2009
The winners have been announced in this year’s new IFT Student Association competition, “Developing Solutions for Developing Countries.” The competition drew 32 finalists from around the world that were narrowed down… Read more
Kick Off the Last Day With Sunrise Sessions
June 9, 2009, 2:14 amposted on June 9, 2009
New this year, early risers get the opportunity for some bonus educational programming. Four Sunrise Sessions have been added to the Scientific Program. These sessions started on Sunday, June 7, and conclude with two… Read more
IFT Cares Needs You on Wednesday
June 9, 2009, 2:13 am
posted on June 9, 2009
It’s not too late to lend a hand with this year’s IFT Cares philanthropic initiative. Volunteer slots are still open for the packing and sorting activity on Wednesday, June 10, at the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange… Read more
Scientific Program: Tuesday Morning Highlights
June 9, 2009, 2:12 am
posted on June 9, 2009
Tuesday Morning Highlights Note: The titles of sessions addressing the theme “Food Science from Producer to Consumer” are indicated in green. Sunrise Sessions Nanoscale science for food: A primer Session 175,… Read more
IFT Global Food Safety & Quality Conference
June 9, 2009, 2:11 amby Kelly Frederick
posted on June 9, 2009
In conjunction with the Annual Meeting & Food Expo®, the IFT is hosting two additional conferences that bookend the conference. The first, “IFT International Food Nanoscience Conference,” was… Read more
And the Winners Are
June 9, 2009, 2:10 amposted on June 9, 2009
After a competition that included oral presentations, poster displays, and a private tasting event, judges have selected the winners of the 2009 IFT Student Association Product Development competition. The first place… Read more
Sessions Help Sharpen Business Skills
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
When it comes to getting the job done, technical skills are critically important, but management and business leadership abilities count, too. For that reason, IFT has partnered with SkillPath, a business training provider,… Read more
Solae Unveils New Soy Protein Isolate for Beverages
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amby Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 9, 2009
A new soy protein isolate, Supro® XF, was launched by Solae LLC, Booth 2608, at a press conference held on Monday morning. The ingredient offers enhanced flavor and functionality benefits for use in… Read more
Boosting Your Tea I.Q.
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 9, 2009
How to use tea as an ingredient in traditional and emerging foods and beverages was “brewed on” at a press conference held by Virginia Dare, Booth 1135, Monday night at the Summit House Restaurant… Read more
Land O’Lakes ‘Busts’ Process Cheese Myths
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 9, 2009
Common misperceptions regarding process cheese were debunked by Land O’Lakes, Booth 1723, at a press conference held on Monday morning. A food technologist for the company, Paul Hughes, led the… Read more
IFT and FPSA to Co-Locate Expositions in 2010
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) (Booth 2359) and the Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) announced a new agreement to co-locate the IFT Food Expo and FPSA Process Expo at Chicago’s McCormick Place… Read more
Exciting Changes in Store for 2010
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
by Kelly Frederick
posted on June 9, 2009
Mark your calendars for the 2010 IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo® in Chicago, Ill., July 17–21. It’s exciting to be returning the Windy City—the headquarters of IFT—but we are also looking… Read more
Functional: Glanbia Nutritionals
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
Glanbia Nutritionals, Booth 1536 Trend: Functional Product: Functional Flax Commercialized: 2009 Functional Flax is your all-natural connection to a cleaner label and improved functionality, whether for new or existing… Read more
Enhanced-Trait Soybean Oils offer Benefits
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
Qualisoy (Booth 308)—a collaboration of soybean seed manufacturers, farmers, and oil producers/marketers—is showcasing enhanced-trait soybean oils that are coming down the pipeline. Some of the traits improve the… Read more
Study Shows That Egg Consumption Aids Weight Loss
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
A breakfast of eggs can be a boon to weight loss, according to Nikhil Dhurandhar, who spoke Monday, June 8, at an Exhibitor Spotlight session sponsored by the American Egg Board. Dhurandhar, Associate Professor,… Read more
Sweet Talk From PureCircle USA
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
Natural sweeteners derived from the Stevia plant have been making headlines in recent months, and Pure Circle, a supplier of the Stevia extract Rebaudioside A (Reb A), addressed some key issues involved in formulating with… Read more
Dietary Guidelines Need More Food Science
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee needs more food scientists and their wisdom, said Fergus Clydesdale, Professor, Univ. of Massachusetts, and a member of the 2005 advisory committee. “Unfortunately, food science… Read more
Functional: P.L. Thomas
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
P.L. Thomas, Booth 727 Trend: Functional Product: Berry Dark Blend™ Commercialized: 2009 PLT offers the latest clinically supported ingredients for cognitive, memory, energy, heart health, digestion, and beauty from… Read more
Trend Tasting With Innova
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amby Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 9, 2009
Looking for an up-close view of consumer behavior and product development trends from around the globe—all without venturing outside the confines of the Food Expo floor? Then consider a stop by Innova… Read more
Texture Systems Improve the Eating Experience
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
National Starch Food Innovation (Booths 1237, 553) has rolled out a wide range of new optimized texture systems. These products will enable manufacturers of soups, sauces, dressings, and dairy products to transform the… Read more
Scientific Program: Tuesday Afternoon Highlights
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
Tuesday Afternoon Highlights Note: The titles of sessions addressing the theme “Food Science from Producer to Consumer” are indicated in green. Panel Discussions Translating process validations for consumers: What to… Read more
Addressing Malnutrition through Fortification
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
With an estimated 2 billion people worldwide suffering from vitamin and mineral deficiencies, Fortitech (Booth 2223) and its dedicated business unit World Initiative for Nutrition (WIN) is taking a proactive stance to… Read more
Outstanding Section and Division Volunteers Recognized
June 9, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 9, 2009
By the member and for the members, this is much of what IFT is about. As with most nonprofit societies, IFT relies on its members working in food science, food technology, and related professions in industry, academia, and… Read more
Food Technology Advertisers Support Second Harvest
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
by Mary Ellen Kuhn, Managing Editor
posted on June 9, 2009
Fifteen of Food Technology’s advertisers are taking part in a program that benefits Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County, this year’s partner in the IFT Cares… Read more
The Changing Business Climate: Partnership is the Key
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
by Kelly Frederick
posted on June 9, 2009
“The one message I would like to get across is partnership,” said Chris Mallett (right in photo), Corporate Vice President R&D at Cargill, at Monday’s Theme General Session “Responsive… Read more
Weight Management: WILD Flavors Inc.
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
WILD Flavors Inc., Booth 1301 Trend: Weight Management Product: Weight Management Lollipops Commercialized: 2009 WILD Flavors’ Satiety Lollipop targets multiple aspects of weight management. It contains 2 g of fiber… Read more
Naturally Sourced: Briess Malt & Ingredients Co.
June 9, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 9, 2009
Briess Malt & Ingredients Co., Booth 665 Trend: Naturally Sourced Product: BriesSweet™ White Sorghum Syrup 45DE High Maltose Commercialized: 2006 BriesSweet™ White Sorghum Syrup 45DE High Maltose contains large… Read more
IFT Honors Innovations on Food Expo Floor
June 8, 2009, 2:18 am
posted on June 8, 2009
At Sunday morning’s keynote session of the 2009 Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting & Food Expo, incoming IFT President Marianne Gillette and President-Elect Bob Gravani announced and presented four… Read more
Finalists Dream Up Winning Ways to Boost Kids’ Fruit, Veggie Consumption
June 8, 2009, 2:17 am
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 8, 2009
Like victorious Super Bowl athletes, top winners in the Disney-IFT Student Association (IFTSA) Product Development Competition will be heading to Disneyland! A VIP tour of Disneyland is among the… Read more
Sustainability Pavilion: Packaging and Equipment
June 8, 2009, 2:16 am
by Kelly Frederick Heading to the Expo floor today? Make sure to stop by and visit the Sustainability Pavilion located in 1500 aisle. As everyone has probably witnessed, there has been a growing demand for sustainability in company operations. To… Read more
In Search of New Technologies, Solutions
June 8, 2009, 2:15 amposted on June 8, 2009
More than 75 food professionals attended IP Exchange (IPEx), a business innovation forum designed to connect intellectual property (IP) holders with companies and individuals looking for new technologies or solutions to… Read more
Food Science and Culinology: Merging Perspectives
June 8, 2009, 2:14 am
by Kelly Frederick This year’s IFT/RCA Culinology presentation took place on Sunday, June 7, and centered on the topic of “Connecting Art & Soul to Science through Culinology.” The three panelists each shared their different… Read more
Scientific Program: Monday’s Morning Highlights
June 8, 2009, 2:13 am
posted on June 8, 2009
Monday’s Morning Highlights Note: The titles of sessions addressing the theme “Food Science from Producer to Consumer” are indicated in green. New Products & Technologies New Ingredient Technology Session… Read more
Scientific Program, IFT Priorities Topics at Town Hall Meeting
June 8, 2009, 2:12 amposted on June 8, 2009
Jenny Scott, Chair of the Annual Meeting Scientific Program Advisory Panel, outlined the new framework for the Annual Meeting Scientific Program in a presentation at the annual Town Hall Meeting held Sunday afternoon, June… Read more
Naturally Sourced: Culinary Farms
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
Culinary Farms Trend: Naturally Sourced Product: Dried Vegetables Commercialized: 1998 Culinary Farms (Booth 3319) provides distinctive, flavorful ingredients of all-natural dried tomatoes, organic dried tomatoes,… Read more
Weight Management: NIZO Food Research
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
NIZO Food Research Trend: Weight Management Product: Flavor induced satiety Commercialized: 2009 As a provider of technologies for innovations in food, NIZO Food Research (Booth 1519) has proven that aromas in food,… Read more
Scholarship Honors Richard Hall
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
IFT celebrated the creation of a new scholarship fund, established to honor Richard L. Hall (center in photo), former President of both IFT and the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) during the Keynote… Read more
Graceland Fruit Increases Processing Capacity
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amby Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 8, 2009
During troubled economic times, companies across all business sectors make cutbacks in some or all areas of their operations. However, one fruit and vegetable processor, Graceland Fruit Inc., Booth… Read more
Mintel Delivers the Lowdown on New Products
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 8, 2009
What high-intensity sweetener was used most frequently in new product introductions in 2008? That was among the questions that Mintel new product and trend guru Lynn Dornblaser posed to the audience during her presentation… Read more
Scientific Program: Monday’s Afternoon Highlights
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
Monday’s Afternoon Highlights Note: The titles of sessions addressing the theme “Food Science from Producer to Consumer” are indicated in green. Panel Discussions The role of food biotechnology in agricultural… Read more
Flavor & Color Innovation: Blue Pacific Flavors
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
Blue Pacific Flavors Trend: Flavor & Color Innovation Product: hortRealfruit™ true-to-fruit technology Commercialized: July 2008 Blue Pacific Flavors (Booth 765) has launched the first-ever natural true-to-fruit… Read more
Product Development Finalists Serve Up Creative Concepts
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 8, 2009
Just glancing at the enticing names of the products vying for top honors in the IFT Student Association Product Development Competition is enough to get you salivating. Of course, it takes much more than… Read more
Encapsulated Leavening System Improves Baked Goods
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 8, 2009
Clabber Girl (Booth 2154) has introduced the InnovaPhase line—an encapsulated leavening system with flexible control—which allows bakers to not only control leavening reaction but also the timing of multi-staged release… Read more
Monday Press Conferences
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 8, 2009
Press conferences are open to all attendees, and are held in Room 213C of the Anaheim Convention Center. Monday, 8:00 am: Solae–New Product Line Enhancing the Flavor and Protein Content in Beverages Monday, 9:00 am:… Read more
Flavor & Color Innovation: D.D. Williamson
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
D.D. Williamson Trend: Flavor & Color Innovation Product: Certified Organic Annatto Commercialized: April 2009 D.D. Williamson (Booth 1347) offers a broad spectrum of natural colors, including colorMaker™ custom… Read more
Keynoter Economists Offer Encouraging Words (and Even a Few Laughs)
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 8, 2009
The economic downturn that has rocked the world over the course of the past year hasn’t provided much reason for cheer. But witty, often amusing economic experts Todd Buchholz (photo, right) and… Read more
Don’t Miss the Division Lectures
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 8, 2009
As part of the Annual Meeting & Food Expo® Scientific Program, seven divisions have invited prominent, accomplished professionals to deliver lectures on cutting-edge research topics. Here’s a preview of what’s… Read more
Showcasing Stevia
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 8, 2009
Rebaudioside A, an extract of the stevia leaf, is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar. The potential for this natural, calorie-free sweetener in food and beverage formulating has been… Read more
IFT Student Association Activities
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
Tomorrow’s food scientists often get their first “taste” of the industry as members of the IFT Student Association (IFTSA). These student members of IFT are responsible for assisting in many areas of the Annual… Read more
Eat, Drink to Your Health
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amPosted on June 8, 2009
Fortitech (Booth 2223), makers of more than 30,000 custom nutrient premixes, is serving food and drinks that boost immunity, enhance cognitive function, and delay the effects of aging. The products demonstrate the… Read more
Natural Mixed Carotenoids Receive GRAS Status
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 8, 2009
Cognis Nutrition & Health (Booth 2136) announced that its Betatene natural mixed carotenoids are now self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) for food and beverage applications. The product—a source of… Read more
Sampling the Expo: Beverages
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 8, 2009
Over the years, the IFT Food Expo® has set the stage for a variety of exciting food and beverage prototypes that attendees can sample. In yesterday’s article—the first in a three-part series—I… Read more
Student Teams Develop Products to Fight Hunger
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 8, 2009
Infants and pregnant women are two of the key target audiences for product concepts developed by competitors in this year’s new IFT Student Association (IFTSA) competition, “Developing Solutions for… Read more
IFT Members to Tie the Knot
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
The atmosphere was festive when friends and colleagues of newly elected Fellow and incoming IFT board member Cathy Adams and her fiancé, Peter Barton Hutt, gathered to celebrate the couple’s engagement. Food Technology… Read more
Where’s the beef … in functional foods?
June 8, 2009, 2:01 amposted on June 8, 2009
On Monday afternoon from 1:30 pm – 3 pm in Room 207D, Session 140 Meat and Meat Products as Functional Foods: Current Science and Future Marketing Strategies will highlight the current status of research on meat and meat… Read more
Trend Panelists to Explore How Consumers Are Redefining Value
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 8, 2009
Want to understand “the new value equation” that is changing the way consumers shop for food and the decisions they make about eating out? Then be sure to grab a front-row seat for the Food… Read more
Top Execs to Share Strategies on Changing Consumer Demands
June 8, 2009, 2:01 am
posted on June 8, 2009
Senior executives from PepsiCo, Unilever, Costco, and Cargill will be center stage for the Theme General Session, “Responsive Strategies to Changing Consumer Demands and Business Climate.” The session will take place… Read more
Sunday Press Conferences
June 7, 2009, 10:59 amposted on June 7, 2009
Press conferences are open to all attendees, and are held in Room 213C of the Anaheim Convention Center. Sunday, 1:00 pm: Clabber Girl–Innovative Product Line for Baking Control Sunday, 4:00 pm: Corn Refiners… Read more
Listen, Act, Respond, Counsels Incoming President Gillette
June 6, 2009, 9:43 pm
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 7, 2009
Speaking Saturday evening, June 6, at the Awards Celebration, IFT Incoming President Marianne Gillette urged audience members to take the time to listen to what food industry consumers and critics are… Read more
Delivering Bioactive Compounds via Nanotechnology
June 6, 2009, 7:41 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
Using nanoscale materials to stabilize and deliver bioactive compounds in foods was a central theme of the 4th annual IFT International Food Nanoscience Conference. Sponsored by Holland (Netherlands Foreign Investment… Read more
Students Swarm the Career Fair
June 6, 2009, 7:40 pm
by Kelly Frederick
posted on June 7, 2009
Students lined up to meet prospective employers at this year’s IFT Career Fair, held Saturday, June 6, in the Anaheim Convention Center. Although there were only a handful of companies in attendance,… Read more
Come and Get It, Early Risers!
June 6, 2009, 7:38 pmposted on June 7, 2009
New this year, early risers get the opportunity for some bonus education. Four Sunrise Sessions have been added to the Scientific Program—two on Sunday, June 7, and two on Tuesday, June 9. Sunday’s bonus sessions are as… Read more
Sampling the Expo: Part One
June 6, 2009, 7:37 pm
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 7, 2009
Over the years, the IFT Food Expo® has set the stage for a variety of exciting food and beverage prototypes that attendees can sample. And this year is no different. These prototypes are developed by… Read more
2009 IFT Fellows
June 6, 2009, 7:36 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
Fellow is a unique professional distinction conferred on individuals with outstanding and extraordinary qualifications and experience for their contributions to the food science and technology field. The nominee must have… Read more
IFT’s 2009 Scientific Program
June 6, 2009, 7:34 pmposted on June 7, 2009
For the second year, the scientific program has been categorized into tracks to help attendees most efficiently choose from the many diverse programming options available. In addition to the five tracks from last… Read more
Take a Trend Tour
June 6, 2009, 7:33 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
For those seeking a new and productive approach to navigating the show floor, Food Expo organizers have a recommendation for you: Take a “Trend Tour.” This series of four self-guided tours—each one linked to an… Read more
Consumers Attitudes toward ‘Lean’ and ‘Green’
June 6, 2009, 7:32 pmposted on June 7, 2009
Consumers are becoming more holistic in their decision-making process when purchasing food and beverages. On Sunday morning at 8:15 am – 9:45 am in Room 204B, Session 013 The Convergence of Health and Wellness and the… Read more
Ann Hollingsworth Honored
June 6, 2009, 6:53 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
In remarks delivered Saturday evening, June 6, during the Awards Celebration, IFT President Sheri Schellhaass delivered a moving tribute to former IFT President Ann Hollingsworth, who passed away on May 17, following a long… Read more
IFT Members Show They Care
June 6, 2009, 4:55 pm
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 7, 2009
IFT members from across the country took time out to lend a hand in year two of the IFT Cares initiative, which got under way on Saturday, June 6, as two groups of volunteers traveled to the Second… Read more
Weight Management
June 5, 2009, 2:07 pmIngredients designed to help product formulators reduce fat and calorie content, deliver satiety benefits, replace sugar, and enhance the taste of lower-fat and lower-calorie formulations are a hot area in new product development. Visit the… Read more
Ingredients for Functional Foods
June 5, 2009, 2:03 pmFunctional, nutraceutical, and fortified foods and beverages are designed to deliver benefits beyond traditional formulations. Take a self-guided Trend Tour and visit the exhibiting companies that are showcasing ingredients for use in the… Read more
Flavor & Color Innovation
June 5, 2009, 1:54 pmWhat’s new and different in the world of flavors for 2009 and beyond? Check out cutting edge flavors and colors, and prototypes that showcase unique flavor combinations or color applications. This year’s companies selected for the Naturally… Read more
Schellhaass Urges Member Involvement, Celebrates Achievements
June 4, 2009, 7:39 pm
by Mary Ellen Kuhn
posted on June 7, 2009
Following a year filled with change and challenge, IFT members must take the initiative in areas ranging from food science to food safety, said IFT President Sheri Schellhaass, speaking Saturday evening,… Read more
Yummy … and Good for Your Tummy
June 3, 2009, 1:27 pmposted on June 7, 2009
Digestive health is a center-of-the-plate topic at both Food Expo and the Scientific Program. On Sunday morning from 8:15 am – 9:45 am in Room 203AB, Session 010 Fiber: The Heart of Whole Grain will explore the beneficial… Read more
IP Opportunities for Food Companies, Entrepreneurs
June 3, 2009, 11:40 amposted on June 7, 2009
Are you looking for new technologies, an answer to a product or process development challenge, or a new platform for business growth? Then make plans to attend IPEx. New this year at the IFT Annual Meeting, IP Exchange… Read more
Unlocking the Potential of Cocoa Flavanols
June 3, 2009, 11:31 am
posted on June 7, 2009
America loves cocoa. Some of the oldest civilizations of the Americas were likely the first cocoa lovers. While Native Americans may not have known the full health potential of this unique plant, they knew cocoa beans were… Read more
Daryl Lund Receives Appert Award
June 1, 2009, 3:03 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
Daryl Lund, Emeritus Professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, was honored as the recipient of the 2009 Nicholas Appert Award on Saturday, June 6, at the Awards Celebration. Sherri Schellhaass, IFT President,… Read more
Naturally Sourced
June 1, 2009, 12:42 pmposted June 7, 2009 Are you interested in ingredients derived from natural sources? You’ll discover the ingredient’s source, hear about what these participating companies consider to be natural, and learn more about the functionality, health… Read more
Scientific Program: Sunday Morning Highlights
May 29, 2009, 2:53 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
Sunday Morning Highlights The titles of sessions addressing the theme “Food Science from Producer to Consumer” are indicated in green. Sunrise Sessions DNA techniques for food pathogens Session 1, Sunday, 7–8… Read more
Scientific Program: Sunday Afternoon Highlights
May 29, 2009, 2:51 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
Sunday Afternoon Highlights The titles of sessions addressing the theme “Food Science from Producer to Consumer” are indicated in green. New Products & Technologies NPT Showcase Session 62, Sunday, 3–5… Read more
Keynoters to Tackle Economic, Policy Issues
May 29, 2009, 2:11 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
In these turbulent times, most of us are eager to know what to expect in the months and years ahead. Economic experts Todd Buchholz and Jeffrey Allen Rosensweig will offer their take on our industry’s future in a… Read more
TIC Gums Celebrates 100th Anniversary
May 29, 2009, 1:47 pm
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 7, 2009
TIC Gums, Booth 2127, celebrates its 100th anniversary (or as the company calls it, a “TICentennial”) with a variety of prototypes made with its full line of hydrocolloids and specially designed… Read more
Reaping a Rich Crop of Fruits and Vegetables
May 29, 2009, 12:49 pm
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 7, 2009
Since this year’s IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo® is in Anaheim, the land of sun, we can expect to see a rich crop of fruit and vegetable developments, just ripe for picking. These developments… Read more
Breakfast Bar Showcases Bean Powder
May 29, 2009, 12:27 pm
by Donald E. Pszczola
posted on June 7, 2009
When consumers think about beans, products such as soups or hummus-style dips probably come to mind. Today, however, there is a growing array of new uses for beans in processed foods. Take, for… Read more
Don’t Miss the Town Hall Meeting
May 29, 2009, 12:18 pm
posted on June 7, 2009
Looking for the latest information on IFT activities and priorities? If so, then the place to be is Room 204B in the Convention Center from 4-5:30 p.m. Sunday, June 7. The annual IFT Town Hall Meeting is a valuable forum… Read more
IFT Student Association and IFT Foundation Fun Run 2009
May 29, 2009, 12:16 pm
by Kelly Frederick
posted on June 7, 2009
Fun Run Sold Out Organizers of the Fun Run report that this popular event is filled to capacity, and no additional participants can be accommodated. Pre-registered participants may still… Read more
Attend Virtually Via Webcasts
May 28, 2009, 1:14 pmposted on June 7, 2009
Three webcasts will be broadcast live from the IFT Annual Meeting, two on Monday, June 8 and one on Tuesday, June 9. They are: Responsive Strategies to Changing Consumer Demands and Business Climates; Coloring Options from… Read more